Is it okay for my wife that is 20+ weeks pregnant to go snorkelling? Anyone have good advise?

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I think better not as even an experienced snorkeler cannot control what happens at sea. I used to actively dive and snorkel, and there was this one time I was stung by a jellyfish (not yet pregnant at the time). Jellyfish is transparent and the tentacles were more than 3m long, impossible for me to see and avoid them, especially in low visibility. I felt a sharp pain in my legs and they immediately went cramp. I couldn't control my movements in the current or swim. Luckily hubby was nearby and pulled me back to the boat. It was a first and definitely wake up call to the dangers of a simple snorkeling activity. Wouldn't wish it on anyone let alone a pregnant lady. Not worth risking your baby for.

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